The Last of the Barons — Volume 11 by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
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"The Last of the Barons — Volume 11" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton is a historical novel written during the Victorian era. This work is part of a broader narrative that delves into the complex dynamics of power, loyalty, and ambition during the Wars of the Roses in England. It intricately weaves the themes of political intrigue, personal conflict, and the historic figures of the time, notably focusing on the figure
of the Earl of Warwick, often referred to as the "king-maker." In this volume, the narrative unfolds with Warwick's strategic maneuvers following the restoration of King Henry VI. The earl seeks to establish stability while managing the conflicting interests of noble factions and the common people. Central to the plot is Warwick’s relationship with Adam Warner, a scholar whose scientific ambitions are juxtaposed against the backdrop of noble politics. The story crescendos with tensions between Warwick and his former allies, including the Duke of Clarence, leading to betrayal and heart-wrenching personal losses for the earl. As alliances shift and Edward IV mounts a return to power, the intricate dance of loyalty and treachery complicates the earl's ambitions, showcasing how power can burden its bearer with profound moral dilemmas and emotional strife. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Last of the Barons — Volume 11 |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Last_of_the_Barons |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Wars of the Roses, 1455-1485 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Warwick, Richard Neville, Earl of, 1428-1471 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 7725 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-07725-3 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 297 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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